Exceptionalindividuals.com is a platform dedicated to increasing awareness about various neurodivergent conditions. It also aims at supporting neurodivergent individuals in their employment journey and aiding employers in becoming more inclusive and disability confident. The website offers a range of services for job seekers including CV support, free job coaching, online workshops, and a specialised job board for neurodiverse applicants. For employers, it provides neurodiversity workshops, recruitment services, audits, and tailored advice to help foster an inclusive work environment.
The concept of neurodiversity is central to the website, which describes it as a natural variation in human cognition linked to neurological conditions like ADHD, autism, dyspraxia, and dyslexia. The site explains terms such as neurodiversity, neurodiverse, neurodivergence, and neurodivergent, underscoring the value of diverse cognitive functioning within teams and organisations. Additionally, it encourages individuals who suspect they may be neurodivergent to engage with their resources, including neurodiversity quizzes that can inform discussions with healthcare providers for potential formal diagnosis.